5G Core Operator Survey (2025 Edition): Scaling 5G SA

5G standalone is set to scale worldwide, and telecommunications service providers are ready to transition to cloud operating models. According to a Heavy Reading survey, "new or better services" is the primary driver for 5G core investment. Read the full report to discover how to scale 5G SA and unlock innovation in the mobile network services ecosystem.

• A critical mass is building behind 5G SA that will unlock innovation in the mobile network services ecosystem.
• "New or better services" is the primary driver for 5G core investment.
• Telcos are ready and leaning into cloud-native technology.
• There is a strong supporting role for public cloud in 5G core, with lead use cases for disaster recovery and burst capacity.